Alongside the Shape of Things: Still Life in Britain exhibition, Phoebe Cummings is crafting a special installation in the Gallery’s 18th-century townhouse. Using raw clay, she will shape the artwork to mirror the features of the house. The work will explore themes of fragility, impermanence, and materiality often found in still life.

Cummings shapes the clay by hand, creating organic and floral shapes that often bear her fingerprints. Her sculptures highlight humanity’s impact on nature, reflecting on how we portray the natural world in art and design throughout history. With a focus on sustainability in her practice, Cummings will recycle the clay at the end of the exhibition.

Join Phoebe for an exclusive workshop, where she will provide one-to-one support in developing a collection of small pieces.